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SUMMARY:Aura on the Lake: The Bi Wives Club's Pop-Up Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:Aura on the Lake: The Bi Wives Club’s Pop-Up Comedy Show \nSun\, 7/13/25 | 7 pm – 9 pm\n$15 per ticket
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/aura-on-the-lake-the-bi-wives-clubs-pop-up-comedy-show/
LOCATION:Aura on the Lake\, 5701 N Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable Lake Shore Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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SUMMARY:Ada Cheng: Queer Asian Play Reading: The Trouble with My Hair
DESCRIPTION:The Chinese American Museum of Chicago and Nothing Without a Company proudly present the play reading of Ada Cheng’s solo performance. \nThe Trouble with My Hair\, by storyteller and solo performer Ada Cheng\, is an intimate exploration of gender and sexual identity and boundary-making through her evolving relationship with her hairstylist and her hair. Blending narrative art and theatrical storytelling\, Ada Cheng playfully brings her audience on a journey of self-discovery and self-love through her struggles with hair. This play reading will be followed by a talkback\, hosted by Anna Rose Ii-Epstein\, co-founder of Nothing Without a Company. They will delve into the play’s themes\, Ada’s creative process\, and the broader landscape of queer women’s storytelling in theatre. This event is free to all.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/ada-cheng-queer-asian-play-reading-the-trouble-with-my-hair/
LOCATION:Chinese American Museum of Chicago\, 238 West 23rd Street\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:culture,theater-performance
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T230000
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SUMMARY:The Annoyance Theater: Gay for Pay
DESCRIPTION:Wed – Jun 25\, 2025 – 8:00pm CDT \n\n\n\nGay for Pay is celebrating what makes Pride special—corporate sponsorships! Join hosts Mary Fiala and Dan Hickey for an hour of all-LGBTQ+ comedy brought to you by the most reputable and totally real brands that support the community year-round and not just when there’s a big gay profit to be had. Featuring standup\, improv\, and burlesque performances from Hannah Belmont\, Colette Gregory\, Slip Dress\, KP\, Hannah Magy & Willy LaQueue.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-annoyance-theater-gay-for-pay/
LOCATION:The Annoyance Theater\, 851 W Belmont Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250623T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250623T203000
DTSTAMP:20260516T073020
CREATED:20250521T192915Z
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SUMMARY:Amplify Queer Joy
DESCRIPTION:At a time when queer rights are under renewed attack across America\, celebrating queer joy is not just radical—it’s essential. In a world flooded with headlines of struggle and erasure\, we can uplift our real\, lived moments of affirmation\, connection\, healing\, and solidarity. Join the Chicago Playback Theatre Ensemble for an evening of storytelling and improvisational theatre that centers and celebrates your true stories of queer joy—shared by the audience\, brought to life on stage. Because in times like these\, joy is resistance. \nAudience members are invited to share personal moments\, which actors will “play back” through improv and music. Sharing is encouraged but entirely voluntary. Whether you tell a story or simply listen\, all are welcome.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/amplify-queer-joy/
LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 3656 N. Halsted\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T223000
DTSTAMP:20260516T073020
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SUMMARY:The Event\, An LGBTQ+ Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The gayest improv show in town! Second City is celebrating pride with their house team of LGBTQ+ improvisers. Come see Second City TourCo/MainStage/ETC alums improvise with their fun queer friends. New openers every week! Featuring stand up\, original sketch\, improv and more!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-event-an-lgbtq-showcase/
LOCATION:The Second City\, 230 W. North Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T210000
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SUMMARY:You're Invited To The Cookout! A Juneteenth Celebration of Black Comedians
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited To The Cookout: A Juneteenth Celebration of Black Comedians is a vibrant comedy variety show produced by two rising Black women comedians\, Karissa Cuffy and Wongel Abamegal in partnership with UrbanTheater Company.\n\nThis joyful celebration shines a spotlight on some of the most exciting Black comedic talent in Chicago—both fresh faces and established favorites. From stand-up and improv to musical comedy and a whole lot of cuttin’ up\, this show serves up a full plate of laughter\, culture\, and community.\n\nCome for the jokes\, stay for the joy—everyone’s invited to the Cookout!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/youre-invited-to-the-cookout-a-juneteenth-celebration-of-black-comedians/
LOCATION:Urban Theater Chicago\, 2620 W. Division St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T210000
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SUMMARY:Coming Out to Dead People
DESCRIPTION:Following sold-out shows & multiple rave reviews at the Edinburgh Fringe and London’s Off-West End Soho Theatre\, comedian Ricky Sim (@rickeerick) brings ‘Coming Out To Dead People’ to Annoyance – a chaotic stand-up about growing up as a gaysian immigrant in NY\, to coming out to his conservative Chinese-Malaysian mom… just as she’s diagnosed with cancer. Talk about good timing. Combining stand-up and storytelling\, an autobiographical hour explores grief\, cleft-palates\, secrets to the grave\, and why you should not be thinking about your ancestor when having gay sex.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/coming-out-to-dead-people/
LOCATION:The Annoyance Theater\, 851 W Belmont Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T191500
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SUMMARY:IMHO: The Show
DESCRIPTION:Presented by The Den \nThis event has a 2 item minimum. \nIMHO: Live! \nThe ladies of IMHO are back in Chicago\, gay people & others! Darby and Alexis return with a live show that is sure to make you say\, ‘oh okay cool.’ There will be singing\, dancing sort of I mean not really\, comedy\, trauma\, and videos that YouTube called\, ‘not appropriate!’ Oh\, and it’s not just Darby and Alexis coming to town\, but expect from surprise guests from the IMHOCU (IMHO Cinematic Universe)! Also\, the ladies promise not to make the show too long because they both have undiagnosed ADHD\, so…they get it.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/imho-the-show/
LOCATION:The Den Theater\, 1331 N Milwaukee Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:comedy,drag,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T210000
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SUMMARY:Gender Fucked Productions Presents: Trans Scribe: A New Works Festival
DESCRIPTION:Trans Scribe is a new play festival like you’ve never seen before. This three-night event features 10-minute plays\, new musical theatre songs\, a new one act musical\, a new one act play and a new full length play all written by Trans playwrights that call Chicago home.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/gender-fucked-productions-presents-trans-scribe-a-new-works-festival/
LOCATION:Steppenwolf\, 1650 N. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T210000
DTSTAMP:20260516T073020
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SUMMARY:RAINBOW: A Pride Show (presented by Better Boobie Burlesque)
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to be swept away as we light up the stage with an electrifying display of burlesque artistry. Our vibrant cast\, each embodying a unique color of the rainbow\, will mesmerize you with their creativity and passion. \nFrom the fiery reds to the cool blues\, and every hue in between\, our performers will showcase the spectrum of Pride in all its glory. Expect a night filled with glitter\, glamour\, and powerful performances that honor the spirit of inclusion and authenticity. \nDon’t miss this extraordinary celebration of Pride Month on June 6th at 7 pm at the Newport Theater\, 956 W Newport Ave\, Chicago\, IL
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/rainbow-a-pride-show-presented-by-better-boobie-burlesque/
LOCATION:The Newport Theater\, 956 West Newport Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
CATEGORIES:pride,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T203000
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SUMMARY:5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche
DESCRIPTION:“5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche” is a sharp\, satirical take on the roles of women in the 1950s\, using its characters in a caricature of the sexism\, heterosexism\, consumerism\, and Communism exuberant in the era. What better way to celebrate Pride Month than by joining us for this absurdly adorable and unapologetic declaration of lesbi-independence? This performance is brought to you by Violet Surprise Theatre\, whose mission is to vibrantly validate the voices of queer women.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/5-lesbians-eating-a-quiche/
LOCATION:Naperville Public Library\, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr.\, Naperville\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250605T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260516T073020
CREATED:20250604T030901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T030901Z
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SUMMARY:Pride Night at Iraq\, But Funny
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this hilariously chaotic new satire\, written by Ensemble Member Atra Asdou and directed by Forbes 30 Under 30 recipient\, Dalia Ashurina. Iraq\, But Funny follows five generations of Assyrian women attempting to reclaim their story as it’s being narrated by some British guy. Marching through time and space\, this journey from the Ottoman Empire to modern-day U.S.A. is filled with history\, family\, dysfunction\, razor-sharp wit\, and off-the-wall humor\, culminating in a riotous reckoning you won’t want to miss! \nMeet members of the Center on Halsted staff in the lobby and learn about their healthcare and advocacy work.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pride-night-at-iraq-but-funny/
LOCATION:The Joan & Paul Theater\, 163 E Pearson St at Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T180000
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SUMMARY:The Story Theatre: At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen
DESCRIPTION:Courtney Berringers would like to welcome you to her wake! But—make no mistake—this ain’t your grandma’s funeral. Loosely based on the life and death of playwright Terry Guest’s Uncle Anthony\, At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen is a one-act\, two-hander play set in 2004 that centers Blackness\, southern queerness\, and the fine art of drag. From African gods and goddesses to Trina and Whitney Houston\, At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen thoughtfully uses storytelling\, drama and drag to explore identity\, illness\, and the narratives we construct for ourselves. Come party at the wake. Bring your own heels! \nShow runs: April 26 – May 25\, 2025
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-story-theatre-at-the-wake-of-a-dead-drag-queen/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T073020
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SUMMARY:Chicago Gay Men's Chorus: As If The Gay 90s
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to party like it’s 1999 with the Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus! Featuring over 200 voices and all the iconic pop classics you can handle\, this high-energy show celebrates the music\, fashion\, and unforgettable moments of the 1990s. From boy bands to divas\, grunge to dance hits\, As If…the Gay ’90s is a totally rad tribute to the decade that defined a generation. Don’t miss this nostalgic\, fun-filled musical experience—because the ‘90s never go out of style!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-gay-mens-chorus-as-if-the-gay-90s/
LOCATION:North Shore Center\, 9501 Skokie Blvd\, Skokie\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:concert-music,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T220000
DTSTAMP:20260516T073020
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SUMMARY:Gender Play\, or What You Will
DESCRIPTION:Dates May 15 – May 24 \nWill invites you to an impromptu party to celebrate their new friendship with one of the oldest and queerest playwrights of the English language—William Shakespeare! For eight nights only\, join total besties Will & Will as they reclaim the Bard’s old plays in all of their original homoerotic\, cross-dressing\, genderfluid glory. But to meet the guest of honor\, we must perform the seance again\, together. \nFollowing a wildly successful run with About Face Theatre in 2023\, Gender Play\, or what you Will returns to Chicago for another mystical journey of queer joy\, laughter\, tarot and self-discovery through the classics. \n\nThis production of Gender Play originated at and is fiscally sponsored by Indianapolis Shakespeare Company.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/gender-play-or-what-you-will/
LOCATION:Steppenwolf\, 1650 N. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T073020
CREATED:20250418T164714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T013533Z
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SUMMARY:David Cerda’s Scary Town
DESCRIPTION:Hell in a Handbag Productions is pleased to continue its 2024/25 Season with the world premiere of Scary Town\,  a semi-autobiographical tale of a little brown bunny that uncovers a secret that rocks his world\, by Artistic Director David Cerda and directed by Cheryl Snodgrass. \nMerry Town is the happiest town where all the animals live in harmony and wear cute outfits. Deven Bunny has always believed this because that’s what he was told- but the discovery of a family secret changes Deven’s world. Scary Town combines  beloved illustrated story books\, melodrama\, and a touch of David Lynch resulting in a tale filled with Cerda’s signature dark humor and poignancy. Scary Town is an adult children’s play about growing up in a lie and living not so happily ever after.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/david-cerdas-scary-town/
LOCATION:Hell in a Handbag Productions\, 4335 N. Western Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T235900
DTSTAMP:20260516T073020
CREATED:20250424T042122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T042223Z
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SUMMARY:PAGEANT: A Live-Singing Drag Parody
DESCRIPTION:Friday May 16th @ 7pm\nSaturday May 17th @ 7pm & 10pm\nThe Rhapsody Theater\nLadies\, gentlemen\, gentlethems\, and esteemed judges\, welcome to PAGEANT—a dazzling\, drama-filled spectacle where extraordinary queens compete for the ultimate crown! This live-singing drag extravaganza\, inspired by beauty pageant classics\, is packed with glamour\, talent\, and a touch of chaos. As the contestants belt\, strut\, and twirl their way to glory\, tensions rise and ambitions soar. Who will shine\, who will stumble\, and who will reign supreme? Find out in PAGEANT\, where beauty\, talent\, and drama collide! Directed by Aaron Gaines & Brian Wiley
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/pageant-a-live-singing-drag-parody/
LOCATION:The Rhapsody Theater\, 1328 W Morse Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60626\, United States
CATEGORIES:benefit-fundraiser,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T233000
DTSTAMP:20260516T073020
CREATED:20250508T050539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T050539Z
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SUMMARY:Spilling T: A Trans Variety Show
DESCRIPTION:Spilling T: A Trans Variety Show is a monthly variety show bringing you an all trans lineup! Just remember to bring some tea to spill.\n\n\n\nBughouse Theater is a non-profit arts organization and we greatly appreciate your support. \nParking near Bughouse is all street parking.  It is a combination of metered (Irving Park and parts of Wolcott)\, permit only (Cuyler) and free (most everywhere else).  Please make sure you check the signs on a given street.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/spilling-t-a-trans-variety-show/
LOCATION:Bughouse Theater\, 1910 W. Irving Park Rd.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T233000
DTSTAMP:20260516T073020
CREATED:20250514T003615Z
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SUMMARY:Newport Theater: Emo Night
DESCRIPTION:Break out the eyeliner\, put on your studded belt\, and get ready to party like it’s 2007—EMO NIGHT is here to wreck your life (in the best way possible)! Hosted by the unhinged dream team of Dolly Postpartum (your favorite genderf*cked draglesque demon) + Bennie Boy (Chicago’s glam-rock sex gremlin)\, this is a wild ride through your favorite pop-punk bangers\, deep cuts\, and emotional anthems. \nExpect glitter\, sweat\, and a whole lot of energy as this stacked cast of performers turns up the volume and tears down the house with their sick drag\, burlesque\, and pole acts: Demme Onyx\, Hoochie Mane\, Molly Meru & Quinn Poles\, Mr. Mistress\, AmouR Lou Magic\, Dawn Xiana Moon\, Femme De Violette\, and Ms. Scissor. We’ll also have Batty Page keeping the chaos in check (and looking damn good doing it) as our stage kitten! \nWhether you’re here just to enjoy the show or to relive your emo phase\, EMO NIGHT is a full-throttle celebration of teenage angst that will have you screaming your heart out to every word. \nEmo/punk looks encouraged! \nShow starts promptly at 9:30PM
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/emo-night/
LOCATION:The Newport Theater\, 956 West Newport Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T210000
DTSTAMP:20260516T073020
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SUMMARY:Chicago House: Hadestown
DESCRIPTION:Suite opens at 6:15 pm / Show starts at 7:00pm\nCIBC Theatre 18 W. Monroe Street\, Chicago\, IL \nStep into Way Down Hadestown with Us!\nJoin the Chicago House family for an exclusive experience in our private suite\, where you’ll enjoy the best of Broadway\, delicious bites\, and complimentary drinks. Mingle with fellow theater lovers and connect with our leadership team to learn about the exciting work happening at Chicago House. Don’t wait on this chance to immerse yourself in a night of soulful entertainment!
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/chicago-house-hadestown/
LOCATION:CIBC Theater\, 18 W. Monroe Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60603\, United States
CATEGORIES:networking-mixer,theater-performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250512
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SUMMARY:Judy & Liza Mother's Day Tribute Show
DESCRIPTION:Two Mother’s Day 2025 Concerts\,\nTwo Different Chicago Venues \n  \n$30\, General Admission\, Students and Seniors.\n​Advanced reservations recommended.\n\n 12:00 pm\, Le Piano\n6970 North Glenwood\, Chicago\noptional brunch menu. Reservations: 773-209-7631 \n4:30 pm\, Fulton Street Collective\n1821 West Hubbard\, 3rd floor\, Chicago\,\ncash bar\,  Reservations: 773-852-2481.\nDoors open at 4 pm. 
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/judy-liza-mothers-day-tribute-show/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:cabaret,theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T220000
DTSTAMP:20260516T073020
CREATED:20250424T021914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T022001Z
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SUMMARY:The Kings Are Dead by Curtis Lawrence - In Bloom New Play Development Series
DESCRIPTION:Description\nTheatre L’Acadie’s In Bloom Series presents The Kings Are Dead by Curtis Lawrence\, with Direction by David Adams and Dramaturgy by Doris Davenport.About the Play:\nThe Kings Are Dead pulses with life inside JT’s\, a Black gay bar on the South Side of Chicago in 1997. Through the eyes of five people\, we witness a community grappling with identity\, legacy\, and love. The tight-knit family at JT’s must confront their shared past and uncertain future. What unfolds is an intimate portrait of chosen family\, the weight of history\, and the power of spaces that provide refuge\, affirmation\, and the freedom to be one’s true self. \nREADING WILL TAKE PLACE AT TWO SEPARATE LOCATIONS: \nMONDAY APRIL 28th @ 7PM – Performance at\nFACILITY THEATRE\n1138 N California Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60622 (Humboldt Park)\n\nTUESDAY MAY 6th @ 7PM – Performance at\nREDTWIST THEATRE\n1044 W Bryn Mawr Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60660 (Edgewater)
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/the-kings-are-dead-by-curtis-lawrence-in-bloom-new-play-development-series/
LOCATION:Redtwist Theater\, 1044 W Bryn Mawr Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T230000
DTSTAMP:20260516T073020
CREATED:20250418T211823Z
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SUMMARY:Juno Birch: The Probed Tour
DESCRIPTION:Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No it’s Juno Birch the absolutely stunning outlandish blue alien who’d love nothing more than to speak to the manager of Earth. Juno travel’s the Earth and probes the absurdity of life on this planet\, in her one woman stand-up comedy tour ‘Probed.’ Expect jumbo hair\, space age fashion and hysterical jokes from the extra terrestrial icon all the way from the distant planet of Manchester as she shares her struggles of life through the lens of her little pink sunglasses. \nThis event has a 2-drink minimum.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/juno-birch-the-probed-tour/
LOCATION:The Den Theater\, 1331 N Milwaukee Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T220000
DTSTAMP:20260516T073020
CREATED:20250421T225233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T225233Z
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SUMMARY:CHERUB @Facets
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Chicago premiere of CHERUB at Facets on April 29. This gentle character study has almost no dialogue. Rather\, writer/director Devin Shears observes what to some is an ordinary life. But that life changes when Harvey makes a discovery at his local porn store.
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/cherub-facets/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T220000
DTSTAMP:20260516T073020
CREATED:20250419T065407Z
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SUMMARY:An itty-bitty queer cabaret!
DESCRIPTION:An Itty-Bitty Queer Cabaret! Get ready for a delightful evening of music\, laughter\, and festive fun featuring talented performers like Kevin Wood\, Don’t miss this chance to enjoy a fabulous night out while supporting Open Space Arts’ exciting 2025 season. Tickets: $25
URL:https://chicagosocialbutterflies.com/wp-events/an-itty-bitty-queer-cabaret/
LOCATION:Open Space Arts\, 1411 W Wilson Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:theater-performance
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